Quick Post 2025-09-04 07:05

2025-09-04 07:05

• Been writing a lot in my personal notes, less on here. I do write differently there (less context needed, can unbundle more personal thoughts), but a lot of it is transferable if I want.
• Knee deep in study, morning and night, and dare I say I am somewhat enjoying it.
• Scored a free UniFi 8 port switch on Monday from the boss. Has 1 POE port. Didn't come with 48VDC power adapter, but I've ordered one which is on its way.
• Configured an old TP-link Deco to be an Access Point.
• Given the above I'll be reconfiguring my home network topology over the next few weeks.
• Given I'm studying in this space too, I'll probably practice some system block diagams and room schematics on my own house even though there's nothing complex about my setup. I want to see more of these at work to help grasp some of our projects more... so lead by example I guess...
• I bought an Amazon Fire TV Stick to make my dumb TV smart, but predominantly hook into a future Jellyfin media server. I tested with my laptop Jellyfin server and it is awesome.
• Next purchase will probably be some kind of HDD enclosure and another Pi to dedicate as the media server.
• I really like how my home network is growing with a mish mash of free and cheap bits and bobs. It is great for learning.
• At work I am learning a lot about KNX communication protocol and the ETS software. I've been programming a big project with underfloor and undertile heating, AC cooling, air sensors, outdoor lighting, touchscreens.
• New relationship endeavours going well.